NICU Empowerment Support Tools
ICU baby’s NEST provides families with access to information and resources to help them better understand and experience the NICU. NEST was created by NICU parents, for NICU parents. All components of ICU baby’s NEST are available in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole.
- NEST Guidebook || Short chapters that include critical information about the NICU.
- NEST Video Library Series || A series of 5 minute informational videos.
- My NICU Baby Book || A comprehensive NICU journal that allows parents to track their baby’s progress and record their questions.
- Community Resources || An online collection of curated community resources for families to lean on when they need additional support.
Topics covered include:
- NICU Orientation
- ABCs of the NICU
- Who’s Who in the NICU
- Caring for Your NICU Baby
- Communication in the NICU
- Feeding Your NICU Baby
- Breastfeeding in the NICU
- Kangaroo Skin-to-Skin Care
- Self Care for Parents
- NICU Dads
- Transitioning Home.
Resources offered include:
- Where to Get Resources for Emotional Wellness
- Where to Get Breastfeeding Support
- Where to Find Resources for NICU Dads
- Where to Connect with Healthy Start
- Where to Get Government Benefits
- Where to Get Financial Assistance or Support
- Where to Get Help with Food Insecurity
- Where to Find Safety, Shelter or Affordable Housing
- Where to Find Resources for After Discharge
- Where to Get Help with Women’s Health
- Where to Get Bereavement Support & Information
